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New car reviews » 2011 Jaguar XKR Coupe

Better than: Clapped-out XJS
But not as good as: E-type
GRM Bang For The Buck Index: 51.10  

Jaguar is no stranger to producing some of the world’s finest coupes. That streak continues with their latest XKR.

While this car has now been with us for five seasons, there’s still much to love, from the 510-horsepower, supercharged 5.0-liter V8 to the sexy shape. Torque? Yes, there’s plenty of that. How about 461 lb.-ft. from 2500 to 5500 rpm?

Price? If you have to ask, can you really afford it?

Reader comments:

  1. Shaun: — Jul 14, 2011 1:46 p.m.

    This little film has a fine bit of comedic dialogue near the end. Jo Bob says check it out.

2011 Jaguar XKR Coupe Specs:

Drivetrain Layout:
Front-engine, rear-wheel-drive
Engine:
5.0 liter V-8
Horsepower:
510 bhp
Torque:
461 lb.-ft
Transmission:
automatic
Brakes:
(front)
(rear)
Weight:
3968 pounds
Price:
Base: $96125
As tested: $102625
MPG:
EPA City: 15
EPA Highway: 22

Staff Ratings:

Stock Performance:
*****
Performance Potential:
*****
Daily Driver Manners:
****
Fit and Finish:
*****
Overall:
*****

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